Sunrise Bridge with Rock 2 A California Icon Few landmarks are as instantly recognizable—and as inspiring to paint—as the Golden Gate Bridge. With its towering structure, sweeping cables, and vibrant “International Orange” hue, it offers artists a perfect blend of geometry, drama, and atmosphere. Whether you’re sketching it on-site or working from a photo, the […]
Introduction to Textures and Patterns: Textures and patterns are eye-catching and add interest to paintings and drawings. This exercise is a great way to build skills and strengthen your powers of observation of textures and patterns. It will get you to start looking at the world of everyday things around you in a different way. […]
Collage with Colored Tissue Paper and Black Marker An art project using art tissue paper where the dark lines of the marker magically show through the transparent tissue paper of the collage. There’s even more magic because when the colored tissues are layered and over-lapped they make new colors. This is a great project for […]
Mono-print Paint Project A mono-print is a print that is produced once, not in multiples. This method can be addictive and fun. It encourages experimentation and can yield great results quickly. This is a good project for all ages. If you are using acrylic paints, not tempera, encourage students to paint quickly so the paint […]